David Reiter, PhD
Dr. Reiter is a researcher in the Department of Radiology who has helped establish the MRI technologies in SPARC. His research is focused on the development and application of quantitative magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and spectroscopy (MRS) approaches for addressing basic and applied research questions primarily in the musculoskeletal system. Dr. Reiter’s research focuses on novel imaging approaches that aim to improve the measurement of biomechanical, biophysical, biochemical, metabolic, and functional tissue properties in healthy and diseased conditions with the goal of obtaining detailed characterization of tissue status and disease progression, and enhanced diagnostic accuracy. Dr. Reiter’s expertise will support collaborations in DISCOVER and IMAGINE programs integrating the muscle metabolism and structure with the neural components driving function.
Philip Wong, MD
Dr. Wong is a board-certified diagnostic radiologist with subspecialization in musculoskeletal imaging and interventions. Dr. Wong will support MRI research activities in DISCOVER and IMAGINE programs within SPARC. Dr. Wong completed his undergraduate degree in economics from Northwestern University. Subsequently, he obtained his medical degree at the University of Florida College of Medicine in Gainesville, Florida. Dr. Wong then matched into radiology residency at Emory University School of Medicine. Following residency, Dr. Wong remained at Emory for fellowship in musculoskeletal imaging and intervention and is now faculty as an Assistant Professor. Dr. Wong has particular interest in sports imaging and injuries, advanced imaging in orthopedic oncology, as well as medical education. Dr. Wong also performs image guided interventions including injections and aspirations of both small and large joints, peripheral nerve blocks, as well as bone and soft tissue biopsies. Dr. Wong will collaborate on all aspects of imaging studies but will specifically support SPARC neuroimaging and MSK evaluations for management incidental clinical findings.